Greetings from Atlanta, GA!

Like many of you, I've wanted a motorized bike for years. Now that I've finally got a "big boy" job it seems like it might become a possibility. I want to start biking to work since I live so close.

I've been checking out the Spookytooth bikes for awhile now, but I've recently been told by someone (Cheech at Red Rock Cycles in WV) that they are somewhat overpriced and under quality. Can anyone comment on this? he's suggested that I put my own bike together.

Also, I'm wondering if there aren't any motorbicyclists in/around/near Atlanta, GA that wouldn't mind giving me a few pointers? Either this, or perhaps one of you could point me to good Newbie threads or sites. I've never put together a motor before, but I imagine that I can do it with a little direction.

Thanks everyone, and I look forward to learning from you all!

Adam Rhinehart

Fairracing31: Thanks a lot for the info. I'm glad to hear that they are quality. My father-in-law recently purchased a 48cc SkyHawk engine kit from them to put on his bike. I was wondering whether it would be considered quality.

The Skyhawk engine kit is going fro about $150 on their site. Is this a good model or a good price? What are some of the best brands of engines for the price?

Thanks again for the heads-up.

Thanks everyone!

I'm looking to get an engine kit (SkyHawk 49cc) from Spookytooth this week, as well as a single-speed cruiser. I'm going to try my best to put together this bike. I hope all goes well!

Does anyone have any experience with putting a 49cc engine on a single speed? I'm wondering whether it can haul my 6'3", 215lb self up a steady inclined hill? Any pros or cons y'all have run into?

I'd love to see pictures! Thanks!